While I enjoy using both free weights and exercise machines like the leg press, I have to say I often prefer the simplicity of free weights and the variety of exercises you can do, even at home with a ...

Yes, ankle weights are a great way to intensify any workout—from walking to strength training—and can help target and tone ...

Until recently, that meant relying on the bulky, hefty dumbbells provided at my nearby gym, but that’s no longer the case. I ...

I’ve never really been a gym girl, preferring to work out at home where I can exercise in my pyjamas if I want to and I don’t have to wait to use the equipment when it’s busy. But one thing that’s ...

The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...

Walking is a staple in my weekly routine. I log a 3.5-mile loop around my neighborhood at least a few times per week. Lately, I have noticed an interesting trend. At least half of the women I pass on ...

Traditional stretching has its limits. Here’s how using a light dumbbell can help you move better. Traditional stretching has its limits. Here’s how using a light dumbbell can help you move better.

There’s a lot of debate about weight machines in the fitness world. Some people gravitate towards them because they seem a ...